Eigenschaft
quality/characteristic
Feminine noun meaning 'quality' or 'characteristic'. 'Gute Eigenschaften' = good qualities.
| Article | Plural | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| die Eigenschaft | die Eigenschaften | /ˈaɪɡn̩ʃaft/ |
Example Sentences
Ehrlichkeit ist eine gute Eigenschaft.
Honesty is a good quality.
Welche Eigenschaften sind dir wichtig?
What qualities are important to you?
Das Material hat besondere Eigenschaften.
The material has special properties.
Compound Words
Charaktereigenschaft (die) — character trait
Common Mistakes
Confusing 'Eigenschaft' and 'Fähigkeit'
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